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Regional Bank Chef - Kent Region

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

Kent, BR3 3FHView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

£18.50

Contract

Bank

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

3 November 2026

15 days left

Job description

At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate an...

The position of a Regional Bank Chef at Avery Healthcare involves supporting the daily culinary operations within the Kent Region, ensuring the provision of high-quality, nutritionally balanced meals to residents. The role seeks an enthusiastic and dedicated individual who will manage and guide a culinary team while travelling to various homes within the region. Key responsibilities include preparing menu plans, placing food orders, supervising kitchen staff, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards. Candidates should have considerable experience in kitchen management, knowledge of health and safety legislation, and relevant culinary qualifications. This role offers an opportunity to make a significant positive impact on residents' lives, providing a fulfilling environment for professional growth and development, while working in a team committed to exceptional care and shared values.

At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.

When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.

We are currently seeking a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Regional Bank Chef supporting our homes across the Kent Region. If you are looking for a new challenge with an organisation that is committed to delivering the best culinary experience for our residents, wed love to hear from you!

As the Regional Bank Chef, your primary responsibility will be supporting the daily operations of the culinary department. You will manage and guide a culinary team dedicated to providing nutritionally balanced, comprehensive, and high-quality meals that enhance the overall well-being of the residents while staying within budget. The role will involve travelling to various homes across the region.

  • Prepare nutritionally balanced menu plans for approval by the Home Manager, which provide varied, nutritious, and appetising meals for residents. Take account of any special dietary needs and retain records for inspection purposes.
  • Place food orders, subject to appropriate levels of authority, with approved suppliers, complying with procedures to maintain proper stock levels and control, ensuring good quality provisions are purchased within agreed budget limits
  • Supervise and direct the work of other kitchen staff and the Host team, and instruct and demonstrate simple food preparation activities to unqualified staff.
  • Understand the Avery Food Safety Management system and demonstrate the principles of safe food handling to ensure all food preparation undertaken in the kitchen is to the highest standards of hygiene

To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do.

  • Experience in managing a busy kitchen and a minimum of 5 years' culinary experience
  • Knowledge of health and safety, as well as current food safety legislation. Knowledge of COSHH and managing the cleaning of the culinary department to 5-star rating standards
  • NVQ 3 in Food Production or equivalent/City and Guilds 706-1 706-2 Catering qualifications /Trained in IDDSI /textured modified diets
  • Ability to work as part of a team and demonstrate leadership qualities

At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.

  • A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
  • Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.

Avery Healthcare is one of the UKs leading providers of luxury elderly care homes, striving to ensure that the later years of life are enriching and fulfilling. They offer exceptional care in over 100 homes across the UK, fostering a supportive and inspiring environment for both residents and employees. Emphasizing a vision of 'creating meaningful lives together', Avery values a culture of respect, compassion, and accountability. Employees at Avery Healthcare experience a workplace where they are empowered, respected, and where their contributions are celebrated. The organization is dedicated to the continuous growth and development of its team members, ensuring that they feel valued and part of a close-knit community.

Qualifications

Essential

  • Experience in managing a busy kitchen, minimum of 5 years' culinary experience, knowledge of health and safety and food safety legislation, NVQ 3 in Food Production or equivalent/City and Guilds 706-1 706-2 Catering qualifications, Trained in IDDSI/textured modified diets, Ability to work as part of a team and demonstrate leadership qualities

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Provenance

Source

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First seen

13 October 2026

Last checked

15 October 2026

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About the employer

AHG
Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

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